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Juvenile in Possession of a tobacco product is handled like a traffic ticket. The juvenile may pay the court costs, and a fine. The case may be set for Trial like any other case. When a minor receives a Tobacco Ticket for the first time, the minor may attend the Tobacco School. The cost is $45.00 for the school. Once the class is completed and the fee is paid the Tobacco Ticket is dismissed. Those interested in attending classes need to call Donna Robinson at (785) 273-3618 or email her at set up an appointment..

Child in need of care are cases where the child is in danger,has run away from home or is not attending school. All children in CINC cases are appointed a Guardian Ad Litem. (child’s representative) The case is set for a docket call on a Monday at 8:00 am approximately two (2) weeks from the date the case is filed. At this time it is determined if the parents would like an attorney appointed or if they will retain their own attorney. Before an attorney is appointed the parent must fill out a Financial Affidavit. The clerk will then set the case for a Pre-Trial. From that time on, the case is then set by the judge or his administrative assistant.

Juvenile Offender cases are cases involving crimes allegedly committed by a minor under the age of 18. Juveniles must be represented by an attorney. The Court automatically appoints an attorney for the juvenile. The case is set on the 1st or 3rd Tuesday of each month.

Summons are issued by first class mail (both JV & JC cases), Along with the summons we attach a letter to tell the parents and the juvenile the name of the attorney that has been appointed to represent them. It also tells them that they may hire their own attorney.